The Diffraction of X-Rays by Ordinary Glass Subjected to Various Treatments

JSGT 1929 V13 T285-T290

Ordinary glass may be considered a solution of various silicates (or metal oxides) in excess silica. Little is known directly concerning its true structure. Since the basis of ordinary glasses is silicon dioxide it is fitting that this compound should be briefly considered.

C. W. Parmelee, G. L. Clark & A. E. Badger